Recent content by ars999

Does anyone know is there a google sheet that has OCI timeline for ppl in this forum ?

Has anyone recently got OCI(Adult) from Toronto provide their timeline to get an idea on processing time..

Is this same with any BLS location ? Toronto location doesn't allow OCI submission with SC certificate/cancelled passport as far as I know..

No appointment needed after May i believe and follows Pre-COVID scenario... Only walk-ins after May 2022..

Is it possible to apply for entry visa while your surrender certificate application is in progress by including application receipt alone ?

How old can the photo in application can be ? I was told my canadian passport photo & bls application photo cannot be the same.. After showing proof that the photo is very recent and that my canadian passport was received urgently, they agreed.. I was almost rejected and never imagined same...

What is processing BLS location ?

Has anyone submitted surrender Indian passport application without Canadian passport ? Given longer processing times for each items( citizenship cert, then applying canada passport, then surrender certificate, then OCI/VISA) and difficult appointment availablity at BLS, trying to see if there is...

Can we attend the OATH using iPad ? my laptop webcam resolution is not that good..

I am assuming draft is required only for OCI fees and all others(passport surrender/visa) can be paid via cash/card.. What's the exact amount for OCI fees for which draft needs to be taken per application ? $341 or $345 ?

Can we do passport surrender and OCI application together ? I heard from a friend that this was suggested by BLS folks few years back.. Not sure if anyone has tried to do that or if it is something that can be done now.. any thoughts ?

Is your location Scarborough or Toronto(tracking sheet indicates Toronto)

Does anyone know if an item is added in online status for below 2 scenarios ? The reason for my ask is, there is always a small possibility of missing email incase it goes to spam folder. Only way to avoid this risk is, if online status captures these items(online status can be checked...

How did you get this link ? I don't see any reference or mention about this in CIC website. Wondering if this genuine link..

What did you mean "I did not find any buys while testing". Were you part of the team building this test system ?